Kitchen Manager: Lead BOH with Flexible Schedule & Perks

Perkins American Food Co.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Education assistance

Job summary

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery seeks a Kitchen Manager to lead back-of-house operations, drive sales, and enforce company policies for peak performance and guest satisfaction. You will direct staff, ensure food quality and safety, and manage inventories and expenses in a fast-paced dining environment.

The role requires 1–2 years of supervisory experience, a High School Diploma (or equivalent), and ServSafe certification. Expect a demanding, hands-on leadership position with opportunities to advance.

Qualifications

• One to two years previous experience in a supervisory role; preferably in food production.
• High school diploma; some college or degree preferred.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with employees, vendors and guests.
• Must be able to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Assist the General Manager in planning and analyzing administration and operations manpower.
• Responsible for achieving plan profit levels while ensuring maximum guest satisfaction.
• Assist in the planning and analysis of restaurant unit manpower, ensuring sufficient development and training of all employees, including subordinate managers.
• Assist General Manager in all aspects of employment and restaurant staffing including recruitment, training, and conduct new hire orientation.
• Attends University of Perkins and completes coursework; Maintains ServSafe certification.
• Performs and assists in all functions for all positions in the restaurant.
• Ensures menu items are prepared, portioned, and presented properly in a clean and sanitary manner.
• Ensures proper food temperatures during hot and cold handling to reduce food-borne illness risk.
• Schedules and staffs sufficient well-trained employees to meet standards.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Some college or degree preferred

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery seeks a Kitchen Manager to lead back-of-house operations, drive sales, and enforce company policies for peak performance and guest satisfaction. You will direct staff, ensure food quality and safety, and manage inventories and expenses in a fast-paced dining environment.

The role requires 1–2 years of supervisory experience, a High School Diploma (or equivalent), and ServSafe certification. Expect a demanding, hands-on leadership position with opportunities to advance.